Mock Test #1 – Road Rules, Signs, and Signals

#1: You are on a wet motorway with surface spray. You should use:

Dipped headlights Hazard flashers Rear fog lights Sidelights

Rain and spray from vehicles may make it difficult to see and be seen. Use dipped headlights to ensure that you can be seen. Fog lights can only be used when visibility is seriously reduced.

Highway code rules: 113, 226.

#2: What does this sign mean?

Loose chippings on road Steep hill Risk of falling rocks No outlet

The falling or fallen rocks sign is used where there is a danger of rocks falling onto a road.

#3: When a doctor prescribes drugs which are likely to affect your driving, you should:

Not drive Drive at 30 mph or slower Drive only if someone is with you Avoid driving on motorways

You must not drive under the influence of drugs or medicine.

Check the instructions or ask your doctor or pharmacist.

Using illegal drugs is highly dangerous. Never take them if you intend to drive - the effects are unpredictable, but can be even more severe than alcohol and may result in fatal or serious road crashes.

Highway code rule: 96.

#4: When you see this sign in front you should:

Sound your horn as you continue Drive slowly and be prepared to stop Not stop for any reason Turn around and seek another route

Home Zones are places where people could be using the whole of the road for a range of activities such as children playing or for a community event. You should drive slowly and carefully and be prepared to stop to allow people extra time to make space for you to pass them in safety.

Highway code rule: 218.

#5: At night you approach a pedestrian wearing reflective clothing and carrying a bright white light. What should you expect ahead?

A slow-moving vehicle Road works An organised walk An accident black spot

Large groups of people walking together should use wear fluorescent clothes in daylight and reflective clothes in the dark. At night, a look-out in front should show a white light and the one at the back a red light. People on the outside of large groups should also carry lights and wear reflective clothing.

Highway code rule: 5.

#6: When being followed by an ambulance showing a flashing blue beacon you should:

Maintain your speed and course Accelerate to not slow it down Brake quickly and immediately stop in the road Take appropriate action to let it pass

When emergency and incident support vehicles approach do not panic. Consider the route of such a vehicle and take appropriate action to let it pass, while complying with all traffic signs. If necessary, pull to the side of the road and stop, but try to avoid stopping before the brow of a hill, a bend or narrow section of road.

Highway code rule: 219.

#7: How are equestrian crossings different from other crossings?

Cyclists may ride across They are controlled by a traffic warden They are designed for horse riders Mopeds may drive across

Equestrian crossings (or Pegasus crossings) are for horse riders. They have pavement barriers, wider crossing spaces, horse and rider figures in the light panels and either two sets of controls (one higher), or just one higher control panel.

Highway code rule: 27.

#8: You are travelling along a motorway. Which overhead sign tells you to leave the motorway at the next exit?

Leave motorway at next exit. Amber flashing lights may indicate a temporary maximum speed limit, lanes that are closed or a message such as Fog.

Highway code rule: 257.

#9: Which of these may use motorways?

Farm tractors Motorcycles over 50cc Holders of provisional car licences Cyclists over 21 years of age

Motorways MUST NOT be used by:

pedestrians
holders of provisional motorcycle or car licences
riders of motorcycles under 50 cc
cyclists
horse riders
certain slow-moving vehicles and those carrying oversized loads (except by special permission)
agricultural vehicles
powered wheelchairs/powered mobility scooters.

Highway code rule: 253.

#10: When a traffic signal is showing a steady red light:

After stopping, you can make a left turn if safe You must slow down before entering the junction Stop and wait behind the stop line After stopping, you may go ahead, if safe

A red signal light means stop. You can make a right turn against a red light after you stop and yield to pedestrians, bicyclists, and vehicles close enough to be a hazard. Make the right turn only when it is safe. Do not turn if a no turn on red sign is posted.

A left turn against a red light can only be made from a one-way street onto a one-way street.

Remember, in California, you may not turn against a red arrow.

Highway code rules: 175, 176, 109.

#11: It has been more than two years since you passed your first driving test. Under the penalty point system you will be disqualified if you accumulate 12 or more points within a period of:

10 years Four years Six years Three years

A driver or motorcyclist who accumulates 12 or more penalty points within a 3-year period MUST be disqualified. This will be for a minimum period of 6 months, or longer if the driver or motorcyclist has previously been disqualified.

For every offence which carries penalty points the court has a discretionary power to order the licence holder to be disqualified. This may be for any period the court thinks fit, but will usually be between a week and a few months.

Special rules apply for a period of two years from the date of passing the first driving test.

#12: You are at traffic lights wishing to make a right turn. Which light indicates that you have priority over opposing traffic?

You may proceed in the direction of the green arrow when it, or the full green light shows. A directional green filter arrow means that you have priority over traffic as their lights will be on red when you make the turn. Always check that opposing traffic has stopped before proceeding.

Highway code rule: 177.

#13: What do these zigzag lines at pedestrian crossings mean?

Parking allowed only for a short time Sounding your horn is not allowed No parking at any time Slow down to 15 mph or less

You MUST NOT park on a crossing or in the area covered by the zig-zag lines.

Highway code rule: 191.

#14: At road junctions, which of the following are most vulnerable?

Cyclists and pedestrians Lorry drivers Police patrols Car drivers

The most vulnerable road users are pedestrians, cyclists, motorcyclists and horse riders.

Highway code rule: 204.

#15: Where are car/motorcycle collisions most likely to occur?

At railway level crossings On single carriageways At road junctions On motorways

Motorcyclists and cyclist are more difficult to see than other vehicles, especially when they are coming up from behind, coming out of junctions, at roundabouts, overtaking you or filtering through traffic. Junctions are the most likely places for car/motorcycle collisions to occur.

Highway code rules: 170, 211.

#16: You should always be especially alert for motorcycles because:

They must always pass on your right-hand side They always have priority Their size makes them difficult to see They must share your lane

#17: You are on a motorway. Unless signs show a lower speed limit you must not exceed:

50 mph 60 mph 70 mph 80 mph

Unless otherwise posted, you may not exceed 70 mph on a motorway.

National speed limits for cars and motorcycles are: 30 mph (48 km/h) in built-up areas, 60 mph (96 km/h) on single carriageways, and 70 mph (112 km/h) on dual carriageways and motorways.

Highway code rules: 261, 124, 125.

#18: What is the main hazard shown in this picture?

The cyclist crossing the road Vehicles doing U-turns Parked cars around the corner Vehicles turning right

It is often difficult to see motorcyclists, mopeds and cyclists. Always look twice for cyclists or motorcyclists.

Highway code rule: 211.

#19: You are waiting at a pelican crossing. The red light changes to flashing amber. This means:

You must wait for the green light before moving off You must wait for pedestrians on the crossing to clear You should move off even if pedestrians are still on the crossing You should wait for the continuous amber light before moving off

When the amber light is flashing, you MUST give way to any pedestrians on the crossing. If the amber light is flashing and there are no pedestrians on the crossing, you may proceed with caution.

Highway code rule: 196.

#20: Which is the best place for a rear-facing baby seat?

A rear seat Any seat where it can be fitted sideways A front seat with an active frontal airbag

Small children should ride in a rear seat in child safety seats approved for their age and size. Rear-facing infant carriers are the safest way to transport an infant and should be used until the child no longer meets the height or weight limit of the particular seat.

A rear-facing baby seat must not be fitted into a seat protected by an active frontal airbag, as in a crash it can cause serious injury or death to the child.

Highway code rule: 101.

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How to Use Mock Test to Prepare for Your Driving Licence Exam

This first multiple-choice test has 20 questions about road rules, signs, and signals. You should correctly answer 17 of these questions before continuing. Result is shown at the end of the test!

Like all of our mock tests, questions are drawn from a larger pool – a different pool for each mock test!

U.K. Highway Code

Remember, you need to know most of the road rules found in the U.K. Highway Code to pass the exam.

The Highway Code is also an excellent source later in life, when you need to check facts or refresh your knowledge.

Study Tips

When you study the Highway Code, use notes to rewrite information with your own words. The longer, the better.

Scribbling down road rules with your own words triggers a reflecting process which helps you learn faster and better.

If possible, discuss rules, questions, and answers with a teacher or a parent. They can give you helpful advice or insights. After studying the code or handbooks, take as many practice tests as you need. Mock questions will cover all areas necessary to pass the DVSA examination. But remember, quality first, quantity second. Don’t try to memorise answers. Focus on true understanding.

You will most likely miss one or two questions on each mock test. Understand why you miss a question and try to find patterns in your weaknesses. Did you read too quickly? Did you jump at an answer without reading all options? Or did you simply not know the answer?

The best learning comes from drilling your weaknesses to perfection.

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